Salisbury Steak
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM
A lean and healthy Salisbury Steak recipe, made with 92% lean ground beef, served with fat-free beef gravy and mushrooms.
🍽️ Lean Salisbury Steak – A Classic Made Healthy
If you’re craving comfort food without the guilt, this Salisbury Steak recipe hits all the right notes. Made with 92% lean ground beef, fat-free gravy, and a touch of mushrooms for depth, it’s a delicious, protein-packed meal that fits perfectly into a muscle-building or low-fat diet 💪.
🥩 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This healthy Salisbury Steak gives you all the savory satisfaction of the traditional dish—without the heavy fats or carbs.
- ✅ High in protein, low in fat
- 🍄 Packed with umami from mushrooms
- 🕒 Quick to prepare — ready in just 25 minutes
- 🍽️ Perfect for meal prep or family dinners
👩🍳 Cooking Tips
- Use 92% or 95% lean beef to keep it light but still juicy.
- Don’t overmix the beef mixture — it keeps the patties tender.
- To save time, pre-slice mushrooms or buy them ready to use.
- Want a richer gravy? Add a splash of low-sodium soy sauce for extra depth.
🧂 Flavor Profile
The combination of thyme, low-carb ketchup, and mushrooms gives the steak a comforting, homestyle flavor.
Simmering the patties directly in the gravy ensures they stay moist and absorb all the meaty goodness.
💡 Serving Ideas
Serve your Salisbury Steak with:
- 🥔 Mashed cauliflower or light mashed potatoes
- 🥦 Steamed broccoli or green beans
- 🍚 Brown rice for a balanced post-workout meal
This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a simple side salad for a full, nutrient-rich dinner.
🧾 Nutrition Highlights (per serving)
- Calories: 216 kcal
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
Perfectly balanced for anyone aiming to stay fit while enjoying hearty food 🍴.
🕕 Meal Prep Friendly
Make a batch, divide into containers, and refrigerate for up to 4 days. The flavors actually deepen overnight, making it even tastier the next day 😋.
🔥 Final Thoughts
This Lean Salisbury Steak is proof that comfort food can still be healthy, flavorful, and totally satisfying.
Whether you’re tracking macros or just looking for a hearty dinner that’s light on calories, this recipe delivers — every time.
Salisbury Steak
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoMA lean and healthy Salisbury Steak recipe, made with 92% lean ground beef, served with fat-free beef gravy and mushrooms.
Tools Used
Cooking Spray
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Instructions
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop 72 grams of mushrooms, reserving the remaining sliced mushrooms for later.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine chopped mushrooms, ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg whites, milk, thyme, and 15 grams of ketchup. Mix until thoroughly combined. Shape into 5 oval patties, about 1.27 cm thick.
- 3
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and warm over medium-high heat. Add patties, cooking until browned on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 4
Into the skillet, add the remaining 216 grams of sliced mushrooms, remaining 30 grams of ketchup, and the gravy. Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until patties are fully cooked. Serve patties with gravy.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 patty
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
